Mohali, June 6 -- The directorate of health and family welfare, Punjab, initiated a formal inquiry against Dr Rajesh Kumar, senior medical officer (SMO) at sub-divisional hospital (SDH), Kharar, following a complaint alleging open consumption of heroin on the hospital premises.

The inquiry was ordered after advocate Abhishek Malhotra submitted a detailed complaint to the health authorities, raising concerns about alleged drug use within the government healthcare facility and seeking action against those responsible.

In an official communication sent to the complainant, the directorate informed that the matter had been escalated for further action and that a formal inquiry had been initiated. The communication was issued with reference t...